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Analysis: The former vice president faces a do-or-die moment, and rivals jockey for position heading into the Super Tuesday states that vote just three days later. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2VAOCiu

U.S.-Taliban sign landmark agreement in bid to end America's longest war

The U.S. has agreed to withdraw all forces from Afghanistan within 14 months and pull out of five bases in 135 days. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38djXKR

With no insurance and deep medical debt, South Carolina voters swayed by health care

"People are dying, and so many more are hurting. This has to be fixed," one woman said of the health care coverage gaps in South Carolina. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2VAOBLs

Governor's photo with drag queens stirs controversy in Kentucky

The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, an activist drag troupe, said the controversy has helped further their goal of passing a statewide nondiscrimination law. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2VAOAHo

Trader Joe's founder Joe Coulombe dies at 89

From the time he opened his first store in Pasadena, California, in 1967 until his death, Coulombe watched his namesake business rise to a retail giant. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cdfwmq

Boris Johnson, partner announce they are expecting a child and are engaged

Johnson will be the first British prime minister to marry while holding office in 250 years, though others have been in office when their partners gave birth. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cjqhDH

Court reverses own decision on Trump's policy to require migrants to wait for asylum in Mexico

Federal judges voted unanimously to suspend an order the court issued earlier in the day to block a policy requiring asylum seekers to wait in Mexico. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2VFaWrv

Family finds its horse butchered in 'horrific crime'

The owners of the horse, named Whip, said they found him slaughtered in a pasture next door to their home. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2VFn4IG

Free child care is becoming a 2020 issue. Here's what it would mean for working moms.

“It relieved a lot of stress off of me,” a mother of five in Washington, D.C., said of the city's free public preschool initiative. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39caOUb

Lady Gaga's new single proves why she's the most captivating pop star alive

This might be the hardest-earned mainstream pop hit in music history, which makes listening to it all the sweeter. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cdfs6a

The first couple visits the Taj Mahal, coronavirus fears grow in South Korea, fleeing violence in Syria and more. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2uL4Uui

Train, tone and lose weight this spring with these 30-day workout plans

No gym membership? No problem! Mix and match these at-home workout plans to get — and stay — in shape all year long. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32AXdTY

Why I love my new Kindle Paperwhite

I’ve avoided e-books for many reasons — things are different with Kindle’s e-reader. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Vvdecx

South Carolina exit polls: More black, moderate voters turn out

South Carolina’s first-in-the-south primary offers a key test for Democrats who have excelled in state with more white, liberal voters. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2I8ubl2

Biden wins South Carolina primary, NBC News projects

Bernie Sanders has pulled into the lead nationally, but the former VP is hoping his strength with black voters could give him a boost. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2I4SrV5

White supremacist was out of prison 86 days when stabbed man to death

Craig Matthew Tanber, 40, previously was behind bars for manslaughter. Three months after he got out of prison, he killed 22-year-old Shayan Mazroei. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2x0DfpZ

South Carolina is big test for new style of voting system sweeping the nation

South Carolina is big test for new style of voting system sweeping the nation from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39c9O2n

Liverpool's unbeaten season ends in blowout fashion

Ismaila Sarr and Watford battered sorry Liverpool 3-0 at Vicarage Road on Saturday to stop two key aims of the Reds’ historic season. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39eDVGy

To fight coronavirus, France urges no more greetings with kisses

The French health minister said he is recommending people cut back on "la bise," the custom of giving greetings with kisses, or air kisses, on the cheeks. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wm59w3

A 15-minute strength training routine for March

This one-month plan will give you a full-body workout using just a pair of dumbbells. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2I6BY2L

Turkey opens borders with Europe as tensions rise with Syria and Russia

“We will not close the gates to refugees,” President Erdogan said in televised address. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/389N8OT

This cheesy beef and hash brown casserole is the ultimate comfort food

The meat, cheese and potato trifecta makes for a comfort-food dish that will leave your family begging for seconds. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2VxH685

Video shows man in stolen ambulance lead Philadelphia police on wild chase

The ambulance thief drove through a parking lot and crashed into several cars before police dragged him out of the vehicle. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39dusir

Black voters in South Carolina appear divided — because no candidate tried to unite them

Analysis: The state's black electorate looks fractured days before Saturday's primary — in part because no candidate worked hard enough to consolidate it. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/387EYGL

Designer Philipp Plein defends Kobe Bryant tribute at Milan Fashion Week

Models in the show wore "24" basketball jerseys and walked a runway that included two giant helicopters. Bryant died in a Jan. 26 helicopter crash. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2PtCvQz

Lori Vallow's niece denies knowing whereabouts of missing kids

Joshua Vallow, 7, and Tylee Ryan, 17, were last seen in September, according to police. Their mother has been arrested and charged with desertion. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39a00G7

Meet Jan: The singing queen from 'RuPaul's Drag Race' season 12

Ahead of the season premiere, we chatted with Jan about her Kris Jenner impersonation, how she "gets ugly" and her life before drag. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3afK8C5

Huge fire breaks out near Gare de Lyon train station in Paris

Police said the fires were started after clashes outside a concert venue from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3acYL9e

Police officer pleads guilty in killing of fellow officer in gun game

Officer Nathaniel Hendren shot Officer Katlyn Alix, 24, in the chest while the two were playing a game with a revolver at his home last year. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2I3Txk3

Trump nominates Rep. John Ratcliffe to be intel chief

Trump wanted the Texas congressman as director of national intelligence in 2019, but backed off when Ratcliffe was shown to have inflated his resume. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32Dhs3u

Federal appeals court rules against Trump in two major immigration cases

The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals reinstated a block on the administration’s policy of forcing migrants seeking asylum to wait in Mexico while the cases play out. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2I8VPhG

Can Latinos seal the deal for Sanders on Super Tuesday?

Bernie Sanders has ridden a wave of support from Latinos so far. Will they carry him to victory in Texas on Tuesday? from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2I7QxDs

Weinstein accuser shares cultural, religious factors that prevented her from dealing with alleged abuse

"There's levels of taboo, if you're not even talking about sex between married people,” Rowena Chiu told NBC News. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3840Se0

Trump is enabling Modi's Islamophobia in India. But so are many Indian Americans.

As the bloodshed got worse, we heard not a word from the U.S. president. But he's not the only one staying oddly quiet despite the atrocities playing out before our eyes. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3ciaoO8

Turkey loses 33 soldiers in attack, Russia deploys warships to Syria coast

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is looking toward the West for support, and at his country's request NATO will be holding a meeting on the situation. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2uEZ51r

Even as U.S.-Taliban deal looms, Afghans brace for more violence

After 40 years of war, few people in Afghanistan remember what peace is like and its prospect is treated with a heavy dose of skepticism. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2I1DEL4

New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern berates Australian counterpart about deportations

"Do not deport your people and your problems," said Ardern in a joint press conference on Friday. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/387EP6m

False claims online distort coronavirus symptoms, promote bogus cures

Here are some of the claims spreading online, and the facts you need to know about them. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2T6opH0

West Virginia backtracks on using smartphone voting app in state primary

Voters with disabilities will instead be able to use a system that prints out their completed ballot, which they can then mail in. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2I5NQ5m

'An awful feeling': Semester at Sea students fear being stuck on ship as virus spreads

“We feel completely confined, there’s nothing around us,” said student Kylie Menish in a phone call from somewhere in the Indian Ocean. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cb6zdk

2020 is a referendum on socialism, CPAC speakers say

As the first few days of CPAC wrap up, high-profile conservative figures have emphasized that the 2020 election is a referendum on socialism, not jus the Democratic nominee. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32yHhSb

Asian American lawmakers urge Congress members to help stop coronavirus-fueled xenophobia

“The best way to stop the spread of coronavirus is to wash your hands, not perpetuate racist stereotypes,” reads a letter sent from the Asian American caucus to fellow Congress members. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32zzH9M

Pence tells Rush Limbaugh, who said coronavirus has been overhyped: 'We're all in this together'

Limbaugh has said concerns about the coronavirus are being "weaponized" by Democrats and the media and compared the virus to "the common cold." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wbzJsv

After missteps, CDC says its coronavirus test kit is ready for primetime

"This has not gone as smoothly as we would have liked," Dr. Nancy Messonnier of the CDC said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32CDqU6

Pennsylvania man charged with kidnapping woman found dead in Nevada desert

The naked body of Jaime Rae Feden, 33, was discovered in Lincoln County, north of Las Vegas. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3ciPa2w

Leading Cuban dissident's wife says his trial was a "farce"

Cuban government officials call Ferrer a violent criminal. His supporters say he is a peaceful dissident being silenced. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/387RQg9

Dow plunges nearly 1,200 points as coronavirus fears send markets diving

The blue-chip index has lost a total of 3,200 points this week, the most since the financial crisis. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wdIQIS

'Management doesn't listen': Inside the employee-led revolt at Shutterstock

"Employees have a lot of opportunities to work here, to work elsewhere," a company executive said in response to questions about the company's China deal. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Vu8F1W

'I can't even': Emails reveal EPA officials' reaction to Trump rant on toilets, showers

The president's claims about water pressure caught the attention of his environmental agency. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2I63Ofq

University of Michigan wrestler says he was booted off team for reporting abusive doctor

Former Michigan wrestler Tad Deluca alleges he was punished for reporting in a nine-page letter what he says the late Dr. Robert Anderson did to him repeatedly under the guise of a medical examinations. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/397xtB2

Victims, shooter in Molson Coors attack identified by Milwaukee police

Police identified the five employees who were killed, and the co-worker who opened fire, at the campus known locally as Miller Valley. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2TzA5Bh

'Love Is Blind' makes you ponder why they didn't seek therapy instead of love

It can be easy to find love when you deliberately go in search of it. It can also be easy to get defensive and continue making the same mistakes as ever. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2I2Jg7M

Canada to cease security funding for Harry and Meghan

"The assistance will cease in the coming weeks, in keeping with their change in status," the office of Public Safety Minister Bill Blair said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2TqLfb8

Ex-Baltimore mayor gets 3 years in prison for children's book scam

Catherine Pugh resigned after federal authorities said she arranged for bulk sales of her “Healthy Holly” children's books to disguise hundreds of thousands of dollars in kickbacks. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32FHNhi

Man who faked being gay to gain lesbian's trust is convicted of raping her

In Georgia, where the attack took place, rape can carry a sentence of 25 years in prison to the death penalty. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cenBap

Man gets life for kidnapping stepdaughter, holding her captive for 19 years

Henri Michelle Piette kidnapped his victim in 1997 when she was 12 and subjected her to nearly 20 years of physical and sexual abuse before she escaped. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32wQevj

Jeff Bezos' philanthropy highlights just how much trouble we're really in

The wealthy have a clear incentive to make minor tweaks to the existing system instead of overhauling it to create a truly sustainable society. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3ad7596

Woman who said husband died in boating accident is charged in his death

Larry Isenberg went missing in February 2018 while on a boat ride with his wife, Lori Isenberg. She was arrested this week for first-degree murder. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wU7leI

'Drag Race' stars slam Republican attempts to ban drag queen library events

Lawmakers in Missouri and Tennessee have introduced bills that could put librarians in prison for hosting Drag Queen Story Hour events at public libraries. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2I4UHvQ

George Clooney 'saddened' over child-labor claims at Nespresso

A U.K. documentary alleges that young children in Guatemala are forced to work long hours for little money picking coffee beans that help supply Nespresso. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2uABoao

Here's how much money you give up if you don't grab your employer's 401(k) match

Passing on a company’s match is basically giving up part of your total compensation. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3c8eNTw

'Fear versus dreams': Coronavirus outbreak spread sparks fears for American travelers

With spring and summer coming, some Americans are concerned about or reconsidering their travel plans as the novel coronavirus continues to spread. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Tndyav

Feds slam USC's handling of gynecologist's sexual abuse allegations

A federal investigations found the private college in Los Angeles failed to act on years of reports that a campus doctor sexually abused patients. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38bUjGx

Mass protests for legitimate elections redefine Dominican Independence Day

"We won't stop until we achieve our mission and rescue democracy, which the government has kidnapped," a Dominican American said at a protest in New York. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2I0ZyxV

How to make a classic margarita pizza at home

When you're armed with the right pizza dough, sauce and technique, you'll never reach for the takeout menu again. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2w943Uu

Bloomberg says he will run 'right to the bitter end' if nomination not locked up

The former NYC mayor told NBC News that he will challenge Sanders if he doesn't have a majority of delegates. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3afj2Lt

Church denied 8-year-old boy First Communion because he's autistic, New Jersey family says

"Our son is being shunned from the Catholic faith due to his inability to communicate," the boy's father, Jimmy LaCugna, said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Puu3R9

DNC holds briefing with House Dems amid concerns of contested convention

As questions swirl around the possibility of a contested convention, the Democratic National Committee held a briefing for House Democrats on the convention rules. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cerL2b

DOJ backs Kentucky photographer who won't do gay weddings

Chelsey Nelson is suing Louisville over a city law that prevents businesses from discriminating against gay customers. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2TsDbaa

Democrats have different routes to win the Electoral College. None are easy.

A look at the paths to victory against Trump for Sanders, Bloomberg, Biden and others. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3c60yyJ

Scientists discover Earth has a second (very tiny) moon

The object measures about 6 feet to 11 feet across, and its orbit suggests that it entered Earth’s orbit around three years ago. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32w0wMf

Few transgender prisoners are housed according to their identity — putting many in danger

Out of 4,890 transgender state prisoners, NBC News was able to confirm only 15 cases in which a prisoner was housed according to their lived gender. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cdC1YD

Jay-Z helps 150 inmates at Mississippi prison sue over 'constant peril'

Inmates at the Mississippi State Penitentiary in Parchman "live a miserable and hopeless existence confronted daily by imminent risk of substantial harm," the suit said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3a8T3VP

Congress makes lynching a federal crime, 65 years after Emmett Till

Congress previously failed to pass anti-lynching legislation nearly 200 times, starting with a bill introduced in 1900 by North Carolina Rep. George Henry White, the only black member of Congress at the time. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Tw594T

Jennifer Lopez, Shakira Super Bowl halftime show prompts 1,300 FCC complaints

"I do not subscribe to The Playboy Channel, we do not buy porn for $20 a flick, we simply wanted to sit down as a family and watch the Super Bowl," one complainant told the FCC. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2PsjWvT

Mom of 2 missing Idaho kids wants $5 million bail reduced

Lori Vallow was arrested in Hawaii last week on an Idaho warrant. Her two children, 7 and 17, have not been seen since September. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/388VypW

Court rules Trump administration can withhold grants from 'sanctuary cities'

Seven states and New York City sued after the Justice Department said in 2017 that it would not award grants from a federal program to local governments that withheld information about undocumented immigrants in their jails. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2TkaLid

Trump's base will beat Bernie's in a White House matchup. Here's why.

The president has more weapons at his disposal — but he'll still have a tough fight ahead of him. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Vqtk7l

Grandfather of toddler who died in cruise ship fall to plead guilty

Salvatore Anello, Chloe Wiegand's grandfather, will change his plea in a deal to avoid jail time, a family attorney told NBC News. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2TiGXT9

Citizenship is a hypocritical scam of global proportions

When we understand citizenship’s actual functioning in faithful, accurate terms, it cannot under any circumstances be justified. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2T01SeW

Tennis great Maria Sharapova retires from sport that made her an icon

"How do you leave behind the only life you’ve ever known?" wrote Sharapova, 32, who won five grand slam singles titles. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32uWfZ9

Weinstein trial juror says she hopes women who testified can 'move forward'

"Every last woman that took the stand, I wish them the best,” the juror said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32uWeV5

U.S. intel officials worry their latest findings about Russian election interference are being distorted

At issue is an analysis presented to Congress by the official in charge of election security and whether Russians are actively interfering to help Trump. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cbiqZ0

Obama demands pro-Trump group stop using his voice to attack Biden

"This despicable ad is straight out of the Republican disinformation playbook," Obama spokesperson Katie Hill told NBC News. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wTsgyF

Lesbian teacher suspended for showing photo of 'future wife' gets $100,000 settlement

Stacy Bailey had been accused of promoting a "homosexual agenda" after talking about her fiancée during a "Get to Know Your Teacher" presentation. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2T1aJgg

BTS makes the late night rounds with Jimmy Fallon and 'Carpool Karaoke'

The group sang Bruno Mars and Cardi B’s “Finesse” and Post Malone’s “Circles" and took over Grand Central Station. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2TjYZ7K

To prep for coronavirus, hospitals rely on lessons learned in past epidemics

Stocking up on personal protective equipment, controlling air flow in hospitals and holding drills: "We want to hope for the best and plan for the worst." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cfQDqu

Police investigate attack on elderly Asian man collecting recyclables in San Francisco

“It is heartbreaking to see this type of violence occur in our community, and no one should ever have to endure this,” one official said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wOlg5T

Singer JoJo says she was put on 500-calorie a day diet as a teen

JoJo said she saw a nutritionist who had her on a 500-calorie a day diet and that she received injections that made her have no appetite. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/384rMT8

'Mulan' was set to be a blockbuster in China. But then came the coronavirus.

The outbreak has forced tens of thousands of Chinese movie theaters to close. It's not clear if multiplexes will be open in time for the premiere. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2vbCv0K

Joe Biden on Sanders: Americans 'aren't looking for revolution'

The former vice president spoke about the state of the race in an interview with the "TODAY" show's Craig Melvin. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3a625Tw

New Jersey school bus driver sentenced to 10 years for crash killing 5th-grader, teacher

Prosecutors said Hudy Muldrow, 79, tried to make an illegal u-turn on a highway when a dump truck hit the bus he was driving. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2w7zajm

Bob Iger steps down as CEO of Disney

Iger's move, announced Tuesday, is effective immediately. He’ll stay on as executive chairman through December 2021. Bob Chapek will take over as CEO. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37ZR1Wo

The 10th Democratic presidential debate: Everything you need to know

The lineup for the South Carolina debate will again include Mike Bloomberg, who will try to rebound from his widely panned performance in Las Vegas. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2SWwgGW

Supreme Court rules Mexican parents can't sue Border Patrol agent who killed their son

The ruling was a defeat for the parents of Sergio Hernandez Guereca, who was on the Mexico side when he was shot in 2010 by a Border Patrol agent who fired from the U.S. side. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/393ybPy

Weinstein's N.Y. conviction is a 'significant win' for coming L.A. case, experts say

"I think that this was a huge win for New York, but it was also a significant win for Los Angeles," one expert said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37YxHsI

Hot Pockets heiress sentenced to 5 months in prison for role in college admissions scandal

"I'm so very sorry I tried to create an unfair advantage for my children," Michelle Janavs told the court. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2VnKTF6

Video shows police arresting 6-year-old girl at school

The child had zip put around her wrists as she cried and pleaded to be let go. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2VnKS40

Snoop Dogg tells Jada Pinkett Smith he wanted to 'protect' Kobe Bryant's family

The rapper posted an expletive-laden video attacking Gayle King for asking about Bryant's rape case in an interview. He later apologized. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3a4f9Zv

Trans woman killed in Puerto Rico after using women's bathroom

A video shared on social media appears to show the woman being shot less than a day after she was reported to police for using a women’s bathroom. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/380IVgv

Arkansas man tried to blow up SUV in Pentagon parking lot, feds say

The suspect, Matthew Dmitri Richardson, told a Pentagon police officer he was going to "blow this vehicle up" and "himself,” federal prosecutors said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2w8qJ7u

U.K. singer Duffy breaks silence, says she left spotlight after being kidnapped and raped

The "Mercy" singer said in a rare Instagram post that she left her career almost 10 years ago after being drugged and held captive for days. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2SWH08m

East Africa's huge locust outbreak spreads to Congo

U.N. agencies are warning of a "major hunger threat" from the flying pests. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Tfpo6r

'Love, Simon' spinoff series moves from Disney Plus to Hulu

The 10-episode first season of "Love, Victor" will debut on Hulu in June, which is LGBTQ Pride Month. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2T2u7K5

Michigan student with lesbian parents stopped by teacher from writing about gay marriage

The Montrose Community Schools superintendent said "the teacher attempted to avoid disruption and controversy by limiting the topics that students could" write about. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2vk7WWD

Bloomberg surrogates preview debate tactics against Sanders

Surrogates for former New York City Mayor Mike Bloomberg held a press conference hours before the Democratic debate to hint at possible debate tactics against Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Tdb3HK

We made the 'Parasite' noodles known as 'Ram-don' in our office kitchen

Adding steak to ramen and udon noodles creates a collision of social classes, hitting on the film's theme. We had to try it out ourselves. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wNniDq

78-year-old Uber and Lyft driver carjacked in Illinois, suspects charged

The driver told police he had just arrived home from a night of working for both ride-share services when he was confronted by two armed suspects. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cdS2hh

Boat found in search for Tennessee man, two teens, who vanished during fishing tournament

The 43-year-old man and two 15-year-olds went missing while fishing in Pickwick Lake on Saturday, but they weren't reported missing until Sunday night. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/385tBzi

Bloomberg may spend $30M on direct mail to Latinos in Super Tuesday states

The spending could set off an expensive contest with Bernie Sanders, who has performed well with Latinos in Iowa and Nevada. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2SYcCu6

Valet accidentally shot in the face by Boston police at Brigham and Women's Hospital

Police were responding to a call of a person with a gun. The gun was later determined to be a replica and the suspect was fatally shot. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32tADMI

Strauss victims' lawyers say mediation talks with OSU are going nowhere

“Our clients have waited too long for justice,” the lawyers wrote in a letter. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/385tFz2

Southern black baseball league celebrates 100th anniversary, remembers history of segregation

“I still have dreams,” one former player said of playing in the major leagues. “I still have dreams, and I think about how I could’ve been right there.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2uuBYXc

How previous Dems won South Carolina and the nomination

As 2020 candidates prepare for the South Carolina Democratic primary Saturday, the focus is on black voters, a growing base for the party in the Palmetto State and a key voting bloc for eventual party nominees. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2TirUsy

Stereotypes around eating disorders keep people from seeking the treatment they need

Eating disorders don't discriminate. The public still has a lot to learn about how to recognize and help people struggling with disordered eating. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3c2LphD

Bloomberg has a plan to turn around his debate fortunes: Hammer Bernie Sanders

"It's everyone's last opportunity to really hold [Sanders] accountable and really challenge his record," a senior Bloomberg campaign aide told NBC News. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2uwTx9e

Dow closes down 1,000 points as coronavirus fears slam Wall Street

All three major indices plummeted Monday as fears grew that the epidemic would begin to choke supply chains worldwide. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37XPLDn

Katherine Johnson, NASA mathematician depicted in 'Hidden Figures,' dies at 101

Johnson "was an American hero and her pioneering legacy will never be forgotten," NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine wrote on Twitter. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38UrHCM

Coronavirus is not yet a pandemic — but countries should prepare

The U.S. now has 53 coronavirus cases, mostly passengers from the Diamond Princess cruise ship. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HTUJqg

Family of 5 killed in head-on crash after 77-year-old man drives wrong way

All six people involved in the collision had to be extracted from their vehicles. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38WzMa1

Probe into abuse at America's oldest deaf school finds 'appalling truths'

Officials apologized for the "inexcusable actions" of staff and faculty members and the "fact that the school did not prevent or stop them." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32m8N52

Coast-to-coast storm to slow travel for millions

More rain is expected in flooded areas of the South, and Chicago could get its biggest snowstorm of the season. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2unLLOG

Arizona congressional candidate suspends campaign after drug overdose

"I recently relapsed after having so many solid years in sobriety. I have to figure out where I went wrong," Chris Taylor said in a statement to NBC News. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32m8HKI

Weinstein verdict a 'radical change' in sex assault cases against powerful men, experts say

Harvey Weinstein's conviction was a “huge win” for survivors of sexual violence and showed progress in the #MeToo era, legal analysts said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2VkjCDu

Humanity poised to set record for carbon dioxide in the atmosphere — again

"We've done in a little more than 50 years what the Earth naturally took 10,000 years to do,” one scientist said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3a0RmJX

Cardi B defends Zaya Wade against anti-trans attacks, urges people to 'try to understand'

On Instagram Live the rapper defended Zaya’s coming out, and her young age, saying “the age that you pick it to be, that’s your choice.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2SSWEBw

Cardiology director says there's one heart measure Sanders could disclose but isn't

Exclusive: By releasing one simple indicator of his heart health, Sanders could address lingering questions, the president of the American College of Cardiology says. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3c54KyF

House struggles to get Hyde records on supposed Yovanovitch surveillance

Exclusive: A congressional candidate's emails to the Foreign Affairs Committee accuse Democrats of "trying to set me up." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2TdfNxa

Ozzie Areu, the first Latino to own a major studio, has a Hollywood story himself

From his start as a security guard at the Warner Bros. studio lot, his career has been like a movie. His mission is to open opportunities for people of color. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2vcwi4v

Sustainable, versatile, global, delicious: Honey's got buzz

We've been sweet on honey for over a millennia, but a preference for eco-friendly, local food has boosted its popularity. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32lpLRg

Klobuchar's new delegate strategy focuses on going smaller

While other candidates are working to shore up support in states with large delegate hauls, Klobuchar’s campaign is trying a different approach. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2VinJ2F

Some candidates do better than the polls and others worse. We break it down.

The NBC Decision Desk analyzed dozens of surveys taken before votes in the early 2020 primary states. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Vkjt2U

The 10th Democratic presidential debate: Everything you need to know

The lineup for the South Carolina debate will again include Mike Bloomberg, who will try to rebound from his widely panned performance in Las Vegas. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Vn9SrV

NFL's Rooney Rule: Earnest effort or tokenism?

“I get a little perturbed when people say we got to put more people in the pipeline, that there are not enough people of color,” Dungy says. “I just don’t see that. There are a lot of good people.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32ogqId

New study reveals previously invisible health issues among Asians in U.S.

Many Asian subgroups have worse health indicators than whites when data is examined by nationality, as opposed to collectively. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32m8uXW

What a female karate master gave up to go for 2020 Olympics gold

Sakura Kokumai is 27 years old and could be America’s best hope for a medal in karate at the Summer Olympics in Tokyo. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Tpk00X

Vandalism hits Bloomberg campaign offices across the U.S.

At least seven of Mike Bloomberg’s campaign offices have been vandalized over the last two weeks, campaign officials say. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2uqfDtO

Coronavirus is not yet a pandemic — but countries should prepare

The U.S. now has 53 coronavirus cases, mostly passengers from the Diamond Princess cruise ship. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HTUJqg

Were these six Chinese trespassers confused tourists or spies? The FBI wants to know.

FBI counterintelligence agents are probing whether the spate of incidents at Trump's Mar-a-Lago club and a military site might be part of a coordinated espionage effort. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HSPuXy

Police told a mother her DNA would identify a dead relative. They arrested her son instead.

A murder case raises the question: Is it OK for police to lie to get an innocent person's DNA? from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39ZOkpy

Lockdowns to curb coronavirus epidemic lead to a rise in mental health issues

Government-enforced moves to deal with coronavirus outbreak are forcing millions of Chinese people to deal with the emotional and psychological fallout. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2vVKjDI

Wendy Williams is daytime TV's problematic fave. Why it may be time for her to go.

It may be time for one of America’s most problematic faves to either turn off the microphone, or at the very least put her humor where her heart is. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2SV6IKy

What to know about the memorial service for Kobe Bryant, Gianna

Vanessa Bryant, the Lakers superstar's wife, described the event as "A Celebration of Life." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2v9ZEAy

For Trump's visit to India, plenty of spectacle but low expectations on policy

The president's agenda includes a stadium speech and large crowds but officials say trade agreement is unlikely. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2v9gNKF

Will a peace deal in Afghanistan come at the expense of Afghan women?

The U.S. said safeguarding Afghan women's rights was part of the reason to fight the Taliban. Now rights advocates fear women's hard-won gains are at risk. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2T8eDD9

Three killed, 18 injured when bus rolls over on highway embankment

“We are brokenhearted to report we have 3 deceased on scene,” the fire department said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2uo57mS

Auschwitz Memorial criticizes new Amazon Prime show 'Hunters'

"We honor the victims by preserving factual accuracy," the memorial said of a scene it thought was both offensive and dangerous. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39Z6Yh7

Need to loosen up? Try this 5-minute stretch routine

Counteract the effects of sitting with these stretches that will loosen your muscles, relieve pain and boost your energy. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38XJPeU

NASCAR driver Ryan Newman suffered a head injury in horrific crash

"I was fortunate to avoid any internal organ damage or broken bones. I did sustain a head injury for which I'm currently being treated," the driver said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HRjtzn

After delays, Corvette C8 roars to life

The new Chevrolet Corvette “C8” Stingray has finally come to life. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2VbINrI

Coronavirus challenges $45 billion cruise industry

'Business is soft, people are scared to travel,' said Frank Del Rio, CEO of Norwegian Cruise Line. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2uovUzr

National security adviser says he's seen 'no evidence' Russia backing Trump, contradicting intelligence community

Intelligence officials briefed members of Congress earlier this month that Russia was interfering in the 2020 campaign to try and boost Trump's re-election chances. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2PjFIC7

U.S. prosecutors to lay out case against Julian Assange at extradition hearing

Julian Assange has been indicted in the U.S. on 18 charges over the publication of classified documents. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wIlpIb

Rep. Jim Clyburn says Sanders 'brings a lot to the table'

The prominent South Carolina Democrat Sunday downplayed concerns about the Democratic presidential front-runner ahead of next week's primary. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32jS4PW

Why chocolate is so addicting — and how to tap into the health benefits

Milk and white chocolate are loaded with sugar and fat that trigger a dopamine fix, but the dark variety holds all the nutritional value. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HSPuqw

Biden's South Carolina advantage shrinks

The latest NBC News/WSJ poll shows that Biden fares best among all Democrats with African-American voters, but the gap is not as wide as one might think. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2w05DYy

Bullied Australian boy has 'best day of his life' as he leads out rugby team, mom says

Quaden Bayles received support from millions after video of him saying he wanted to "kill himself" went viral. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37M52qQ

Will a peace deal in Afghanistan come at the expense of Afghan women?

The most dangerous country in the world for environmentalists is getting deadlier

More than 40 human rights defenders and community leaders have been killed in Colombia since January, according to Indepaz, a Colombian peace-building nonprofit. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37VGZWm

At least 9 dead in Turkey after magnitude 5.7 earthquake strikes northwest Iran

The tremblor centered on the Iranian city of Khoy and affected villages in the Turkish province of Van. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39V8wJ5

Tyson Fury dominates Deontay Wilder to become heavyweight champion again

Wilder’s corner threw in the towel as he was taking a beating in the seventh round. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2PjOcsP

The Vegas way: Buttigieg backer pulls winning card to break tie at Nevada caucus

That's how Democrats settle matters in the state that's home to the nation's most famous gaming mecca. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Pd4TWU

Nevada canceled its Republican caucus to help Trump re-election bid

Republican parties in Nevada, and at least three other states, canceled their nominating contests as part an effort to make the path smoother for Trump. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3c2z7FK

Some Nevada caucus sites facing volunteer shortages as count comes in slowly

A spokeswoman for state Democrats said the staffing issues were not causing voting problems. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37P8rVT

Police told a mother her DNA would identify a dead relative. They arrested her son instead.

A murder case raises the question: Is it OK for police to lie to get an innocent person's DNA? from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2VfFDmE

The coronavirus cruise ship quarantine was always doomed. Here's why.

No one would argue that medicine today is the same as medicine in the 14th century, and very few people are looking for 14th century treatments in the 21st century. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38RDscX

For Weinstein accusers, an interminable wait for a verdict

"Whatever way the verdict comes down feels so important — personally and for victims and survivors everywhere.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wFOPqj

Two academics in their 70s who vanished from cottage are found alive

The pair survived by drinking water from a puddle, a sheriff's spokesman said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2PhL5BF

A climate-sensitive bird hints at global warming's lasting impact

Within the field of ornithology, it is becoming difficult not to see echoes of climate change across the spectrum of research. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32kmj9t

California bills aim to shut down dog blood banks accused of abuse, negligence

Animal rights groups say dogs are kept in cages and have their blood drained every week in order to save the life of other pets. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2uqdaja

Mother of missing Idaho children told police her friend had her son. The friend said she was asked to lie.

Tylee Ryan, 17, has not been seen or heard from since Sept. 8. Joshua Vallow, 7, was last seen alive on Sept. 23. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2T80qWD

She wanted a 'freebirth' with no doctors. Online groups convinced her it would be OK.

As Judith's pregnancy stretched past 44 weeks, she grew worried. But rather than seeking medical assistance, she turned to extreme online communities. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32oX7i3

Facing a Palestinian state, Arab Israelis find Trump's Mideast plan unworkable

Arab citizens have slammed the measure as “racist” and part of a long-term Israeli strategy to expand its territory while maintaining a Jewish majority. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32gbbKP

'Friends' reunion has finally been confirmed — here are the details

The one where the entire cast reunites — at last! from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2PhgGUl

Liverpool FC boss replies to young Manchester United fan's letter asking him to lose

"It is my job to do everything that I can to help Liverpool to win," Jurgen Klopp wrote. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39XykUV

Allergies acting up? These dirty items in your home may be to blame

Allergies acting up? These oft-overlooked items in your home can be a breeding ground for bacteria and allergens. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2SNYaoD

Jack London would hate the new 'Call of the Wild.' But his book was worse.

This fuzzier 2020 screen version manages, almost despite itself, to function as an effective critique of the London novel's obsession with manly strength and grit. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39XOwpi

'It's all or nothing': Families of 4 black men accused of rape ask for exoneration

The 70-year-old case against Charles Greenlee, Walter Irvin, Samuel Shepherd and Earnest Thomas has remained a disturbing example of racial injustice from the Jim Crow-era. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39U8Urc

Save on a top mesh Wi-Fi router right now

One of the best mesh Wi-Fi systems on the market is on sale right now, as are single routers and extenders in its family of products. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HLAQBJ

A melt-in-your-mouth lamb recipe you can make in the slow cooker

This melt-in-your-mouth lamb recipe will be sure to gather the whole family around the table this weekend. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38RDrFV

I try 'not to cry,' Garth Brooks says of when thousands at his concerts sing along

The country music star's show Saturday in Detroit is expected to be the largest concert ever at Ford Field stadium, with over 70,000 tickets sold. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2SNK0Up

'Just get Mike Bloomberg in there': Clint Eastwood distances himself from Trump

While the longtime Republican approves of "certain things" the president has done, he wishes that he would act "in a more genteel way, without tweeting and calling people names." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2T9aqim

Three killed, 18 injured when bus rolls over on highway embankment

“We are brokenhearted to report we have 3 deceased on scene,” the fire department said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2T5hXyF

Country singer Lindsey Lagestee of Dixie Crush dies at 25

Lagestee died of her injuries after being struck by a car on Valentine's Day. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39UxtEh

She wanted a 'freebirth' with no doctors. Online groups convinced her it would be OK.

As Judith's pregnancy stretched past 44 weeks, she grew worried. But rather than seeking medical assistance, she turned to extreme online communities. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HL4JSI

'Taking no chances': Nevada Dems hire massive call center to avoid caucus meltdown

The state party, and the DNC, are taking steps to avoid an Iowa-style voting fiasco on Saturday. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2SP2dRw

Can the coronavirus be spread by people who don't have symptoms?

Health experts emphasize that the vast majority of cases are spread by people exhibiting symptoms, like coughing. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32hWAyq

Could Bernie Sanders' long-ago praise of socialist regimes hurt Democrats in November?

If Sanders is the nominee, some Democrats worry Trump will hammer him on his long-buried words in defense of governments in Nicaragua, Cuba and the USSR. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37OS37M

Wells Fargo to pay $3 billion to settle civil lawsuit over fake account scandal

Since the fraud became public in 2016, the bank has faced a torrent of lawsuits. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32h8bh7

Son of powerful Mexican drug lord extradited to U.S.

U.S. law enforcement has described Rubén Oseguera-González, AKA El Menchito, as a former second-in-command of the powerful Jalisco New Generation Cartel. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32h4Azw

Why Rosario Dawson's LGBTQ 'coming out' confusion matters

We need to think critically about how we can celebrate an expansive definition of queerness while still acknowledging the way it is becoming homogenized. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32ft6Bj

Lori Vallow, mother of two missing Idaho children, arrested in Hawaii

Joshua Vallow, 7, and Tylee Ryan, 17, were last seen in September, according to the police in Rexburg, Idaho. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2PcIGbs

Mexican man dies in ICE custody in seventh death since October

David Hernandez Colula, 34, died early Thursday after being found unresponsive in his cell and taken to a local hospital, ICE said from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2SZNUIM

Two academics in their 70s rented a cottage and haven't been seen since

Carol Kiparsky, 77, and Ian Irwin, 72, were last seen a week ago at their cottage getaway on Via de la Vista, up the mountain from Chicken Ranch Beach, authorities said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2T8pKfh

Acting intelligence head Grenell's push to decriminalize homosexuality has yielded little

Grenell, as ambassador to Germany, announced an administration-wide push to decriminalize homosexuality in the 68 countries where it is still illegal. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38NXC7D

Harry and Meghan forced to drop their 'Sussex Royal' brand name

The pair had intended to use it for their charity foundation, but will now change their brand name. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38PNStI

Trump scoffs at 'Parasite' for Oscars win

"What the hell was that all about?" the president said Thursday at a rally in Colorado, referring to the South Korean film's win. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37RkamG

Mom visits her 3-day-old baby in NICU, helps rescue man from tanker fire

"I had just left my baby that I got to bring into this world, and I didn't want to see a life go out of this world," the mother of three said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2v57cVb

Save on a top mesh Wi-Fi router right now

One of the best mesh Wi-Fi systems on the market is on sale right now, as are single routers and extenders in its family of products. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38KAo2i

Trump calls reports of Russian interference Democratic 'disinformation'

"They're not good at anything else, the do-nothing Democrats,” the president told a Las Vegas rally about fresh reports Russia is once again seeking to aid his campaign. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32ftbVD

U.S. prepares for pandemic as coronavirus cases rise

In the U.S., the number of confirmed cases rose to at least 34. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38RL4MO

Marie Yovanovitch, key figure in Trump's impeachment, inks book deal

The ousted U.S. ambassador to Ukraine's memoir is slated to be released in the spring of 2021. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37Oyf4c

Democrats courting Nevada's unions hope 'Medicare for All' fears are enough to slow Sanders

The Vermont senator's rivals have sought to peel off support among a powerful voting bloc by highlighting health care. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2uUku6Z

How to understand and improve your credit score in under 30 minutes

In under 30 minutes, you can find your credit score and make a plan for building a stronger personal credit risk profile. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HN7XoK

Retail expert on best remaining February deals

The best things to buy in January include winter clothing from Lululemon, Nordstrom, Macy's, Kate Spade and more. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ukkUmN

Priyanka Chopra to play commune leader Ma Anand Sheela in Amazon Studios drama

Sheela, a convicted bioterrorist, was also the secretary of Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh. Their story was previously depicted in Netflix's "Wild Wild Country." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3a5zii7

FDA approves drug that lowers cholesterol in a new way

Nexletol was approved for people genetically predisposed to have sky-high cholesterol and people who have heart disease and need to further lower their bad cholesterol. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3c0PfYn

South Korea reports first coronavirus death as infections linked to church rise

A woman with the virus attended a church service, potentially spreading the illness to dozens. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2V88467

Dramatic video shows Indiana overpass engulfed in flames after tanker truck overturns

The semi's driver reportedly suffered serious burns after the tanker carrying jet fuel overturned in Indianapolis, sparking a fire on an I-70 overpass. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ukEY8A

Trump anger cost Joseph Maguire the job of director of national intelligence

Trump was mad about an intel official's briefing to Congress about election security, said an ex-official, costing Maguire a shot at the permanent DNI job. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2T448Ay

'Bleed you out' like a pig: Feds bust man for threatening Trump whistleblower lawyer

Brittan J. Atkinson allegedly emailed a menacing message to attorney Mark Zaid the day after Trump ripped into the Washington lawyer at a rally in Louisiana. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38S0Ze4

DOD communications hub reports likely data breach

Many servicemembers received a letter saying that their personal information The branch of the U.S. military that oversees information technology and communications has suffered a potential breach of servicemembers’ personal information, from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bXtjgI

Far-right motive suspected in deadly attack in Germany

"Everything will be done to investigate the circumstances of these terrible murders," German Chancellor Angela Merkel said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wCrPsp

Former Epstein pal Leslie Wexner steps down as CEO of Victoria's Secret parent company

Wexner's reputation as retail genius was sullied by his ties to the sexual predator. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38XzejW

This season's flu shot is 45 percent effective, CDC says

Even though it's not 100 percent effective, doctors say the annual flu shot is "well worth the effort." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2v5eesV

Fans speculate whether Pop Smoke's social media posts made him a target

Pop Smoke's address was visible in one of his final social media posts, causing some to question whether someone used the post to locate and target him. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2T5HGY1

Twitter is testing new ways to fight misinformation — including a community-based points system

A leaked demo features bright red and orange badges for tweets that have been deemed “harmfully misleading." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37Kj8sD

'Harry Potter' actress Julie Walters reveals cancer diagnosis

The American Cancer Society estimates that more than 100,000 people in the U.S. will be diagnosed with bowel cancer this year. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wzwbQV

Sexuality and gender identity may be risk factors for skin cancer

An analysis of survey data from more than 800,000 U.S. adults found skin cancer may be more common among gay and bisexual men and people who are gender non-conforming. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ugnkCO

Elizabeth Warren's pinky promise, a father's wartime game, a patient's virtuoso performance and more. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bUzbY6

Las Vegas Democratic debate draws record viewership

A new candidate, plus two primary contests in the rear-view mirror, contributed to a record-setting audience for the ninth faceoff of the 2020 primary. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39Xgqlj

USC announces free tuition for families making under $80K

The University of Southern California also said home ownership will no longer factor into its calculations to determine a student's financial need. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37Jxx8v

Pigeons with 'Make America Great Again' hats glued to their head released in Las Vegas

A group calling itself P.U.T.I.N, "Pigeons United To Interfere Now," claimed responsibility for the stunt with the MAGA-hat-wearing birds. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38NuIEJ

Amie Harwick's brother slams Wendy Williams for making joke about her death

Harwick, a well-known therapist, died over the weekend after her ex-boyfriend allegedly threw her over the balcony of her Hollywood Hills apartment. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bUz2E2

This 5-minute pickled onion recipe will transform any meal

Love pickled onions on your eggs, salads or tacos? Use this super simple recipe to make them at home. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bNVZsy

Joe Biden says his DACA proposal will help Asian Americans

The former vice president says Asian immigrants are part of the “reason why America is who we are.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2VaD5pS

Computer scientist Larry Tesler, who pioneered 'copy' and 'paste,' has died

At Apple, Tessler worked on a variety of products including the Lisa computer, the Newton personal digital assistant and the Macintosh. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HJOSno

Lawyers say they will seek asylum in France for Julian Assange

“It is not an ordinary demand,” lawyer Antoine Vey said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38LeKv1

Woman killed by Mardi Gras float, possibly reaching for beads, police say

The woman was hit during the Krewe of Nyx parade, an all-female Mardis Grad krewe, marches annually on the Wednesday before Fat Tuesday. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2SV3Uvq

Bloomberg surpasses Warren in major endorsements after debate debut

Mike Bloomberg has officially surpassed Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., in presidential endorsements from members of Congress and governors after his debut on the debate stage Wednesday night. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2SLt5ly

Ivanka Trump's strut through the Middle East proves misogyny has powerful enablers

The first daughter’s participation helps to camouflage this fact with public bromides about "girl power" and business stories about women entrepreneurs. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2SL3idf

Rod Blagojevich says he's a 'freed political prisoner' after Trump commutes sentence

As he spoke outside his Chicago home, Blagojevich's repeatedly dabbed blood from a cut on his chin from shaving. "Sorry about the blood," he said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32hsifi

Rapper Pop Smoke fatally shot in Hollywood Hills home invasion

The Brooklyn-born artist, whose real name was Bashar Jackson, was 20. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2P7morK

George Zimmerman sues Warren, Buttigieg for $265 million

The ex-neighborhood watch volunteer who was acquitted of killing the 17-year-old says the Democrats defamed him on Twitter. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32ggolJ

NASCAR driver Ryan Newman released from hospital after Daytona 500 crash

A Roush Fenway tweet announcing his release included a picture of Newman from behind walking with his two daughters. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2vSxLNd

Prince Harry and Meghan to officially start new lives away from royal family next month

The couple will no longer have an office at Buckingham Palace, a spokeswoman said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2SURnZ4

Body of missing college student found in Georgia, boyfriend arrested

Anitra Lashay Gunn was a senior studying agriculture at Fort Valley State University. She was found in a wooded area in Crawford County. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wxuUK7

Two women dead after car plunges off ferry into waters off exclusive Miami island

The ferry shuttles people and their vehicles between Miami Beach and Fisher Island, a "private luxury community ... consistently ranked as one of the wealthiest zip codes in the U.S." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2VcvhUR

Trump admin offered Assange a pardon if he cleared Russia over email leak, lawyer says

Assange is being held at a British prison while fighting extradition to the United States on spying charges. His full court hearing is due to begin next week. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bRcofY

Democratic presidential debate in Las Vegas: 5 things to watch for

Analysis: Mike Bloomberg joins the stage, Bernie Sanders leaps into front-runner status and others fight to stay afloat at what's shaping up to be a lively faceoff. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HDgASv

Buttigieg to Trump: My marriage never involved 'hush money to a porn star'

Following Rush Limbaugh's controversial remarks about Buttigieg's sexuality, the presidential candidate said he's ready to debate Limbaugh and Trump on "family values." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HDgzOr

Bloomberg and Obama: A more 'complicated' relationship than the ads suggest

The ex-New York mayor is spending millions on TV to tie himself to the popular former president. Here's the rest of the story. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HDgyKn

Barr said to have considered resigning over Trump tweets

But a Justice Department spokeswoman said Tuesday night that "the attorney general has no plans" to leave the job. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2V4di2I

U.S. judge sides with migrants in Arizona case against Border Patrol

The judge sided with migrants who have long complained about inhumane and unsanitary conditions in some Border Patrol facilities in Arizona. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3c1E026

Fans speculate whether Pop Smoke's social media posts made him a target

Potentially damaging debris found in 737 Max fuel tanks

The recent setback is the latest problem for the company that has been dogged by safety concerns regarding its troubled 737 Max airplanes. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bTzzq0

Mexican man sues ICE agent who shot him in the face

Erick Diaz Cruz was visiting his mother at her house in New York when immigration officers came to arrest her partner. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2T1A3Bx

Asian Caucus members: California's apology for Japanese American incarceration is 'long overdue, but important'

“We must reckon with our past and cannot forget about what happens when political leaders allow discrimination to dictate policy,” Rep. Mark Takano told NBC News. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HF4oAI

Barr suggests big tech 'titans' no longer need legal shield

Companies such as Google, Facebook and Twitter are facing growing calls from both parties to take more responsibility for the content on their platforms. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2SWp3Wl

Man with 'crime pays' tattoo on forehead is arrested again after police chase

Donald Murray was arrested Monday after leading officers with the Terre Haute Police Department on a short chase. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2T1IzR0

Iceland activists try to stop deportation of Iranian trans teen

They say the 17-year-old, known only as Mani, could face imminent harm if he’s forced to leave the progressive Nordic state. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2P3fRyf

Targeting turncoat immune cells to treat cancer

A new study has identified a mechanism by which regulatory T cells, which suppress immune responses, adapt their metabolism to thrive in the harsh microenvironment of the tumor. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/328WCsp

Targeting turncoat immune cells to treat cancer

A new study has identified a mechanism by which regulatory T cells, which suppress immune responses, adapt their metabolism to thrive in the harsh microenvironment of the tumor. from Health & Medicine News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/328WCsp

How to avoid falling victim to a coronavirus email scam

Cybercrooks hope to exploit your fears with phishing emails designed to steal money, snag personal information and infect computers. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2P3akI4

Judge to proceed with Roger Stone's sentencing, will consider motion for new trial

"We've already put off sentencing once," Judge Amy Berman Jackson said. She explained she would delay the legal effect of any sentence to give Stone's lawyers time to pursue a motion for a new trial. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2SCTodq

Graham tells Defense Secretary Esper he could 'make your life hell' in battle over Trump Africa policy

During a meeting in Munich, Graham warned Defense Secretary Mike Esper there would be consequences if the Trump administration pulled U.S. troops from Africa. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39ICUpV

Bloomberg is making his debate debut. His past faceoffs may shed light on how he'll fare.

A campaign official said Bloomberg has been preparing for the spotlight and is readying to take plenty of "incoming fire." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3274Ell

'Good Times' star Ja'Net Dubois dies at 74

Dubois played the vivacious neighbor Willona Woods on “Good Times” and composed and sang "Movin' On Up," the theme song for “The Jeffersons.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37E0539

Woman says man held her against her will, forced her to watch 'Roots'

The woman said when she tried to move, Robert Noye told her to remain seated and made threats to kill her. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37Dgntf

Dwyane Wade says trans daughter Zaya knew gender identity since she was 3 years old

"It was a process for us to sit down with our daughter and find out what she likes and who she is," Wade said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HBw2ig

Students say colleges need to combat virus-fueled racism

“In classes, people won’t want to sit next to them. If they’re coughing, everyone stares at them,” one student said of his peers of Asian descent. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37DfyAF

Self-care has become a marketing buzzword. Here's how to cut through the noise.

Burned out on the idea of “self-care”? Chances are you have fallen into the void that is self-care marketing. But the practice is actually much more attainable than you think. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39PKaAt

Bong Joon Ho's interpreter details wild ride that was 'Parasite' awards season

"Translations are sacred," Bong once declared. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32hEOLT

Milwaukee man told 2 kids mom wanted them 'in heaven' before strangling them, police say

Arzel J. Ivery was charged with three counts of homicide in the deaths of girlfriend Amarah J. Banks and her two daughters. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2SCTmCk

From campus to the courtroom: Students to sue Harvard over prison investments

While this isn't the first time students who favor divestment have sued Harvard, supporters now are using a different tack to propel their case. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37A8Tad

Biden, Sanders tied for support of Nevada's Latino voters, Telemundo poll finds

The poll found 34 percent support Sanders and 31 percent support Biden, a statistical tie, while support for all other candidates was in the single digits. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39WEncv

Earth's coral reefs could be gone by 2100, research finds

The bleak outlook forecasts that warming oceans and rising seas could have a devastating impact on ocean ecosystems. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39JMLMc

5 things to watch for at the Democratic debate in Nevada

Analysis: Mike Bloomberg joins the stage, Bernie Sanders leaps into front-runner status, and others fight to stay afloat at what's shaping up to be a lively faceoff. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bQFbBm

'Gun Girl' Kaitlin Bennett's appearance on Ohio University campus sparks protests

The provocateur posted video of herself in a truck as students threw drinks and shouted expletives at her as the vehicle attempted to leave. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37Dfwc1

Best Legos for any age: From Star Wars to ISS

From Lego sets themed around Batman and Frozen to Star Wars, the International Space Station and Powerpuff Girls, Legos span age groups — and price points. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2V2ptNq

Judge dismisses professor's suit over trans pronoun dispute

A judge dismissed Shawnee State University professor Nicholas Meriwether's lawsuit over a rebuke for not using a transgender student's preferred gender terms. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2SEqbPl

Queen Elizabeth's nephew, the Earl of Snowdon, and his wife announce plans to divorce

The announcement comes at a tumultuous time for the royal family. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bRBBGS

Rosario Dawson officially comes out as LGBTQ in latest interview

People had interpreted a 2018 Pride Instagram post as Dawson coming out, but the actress says she hasn't done so until now. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2V5kOKv

Adding Arts to STEM spells opportunity for students of color

Bishop T.D. Jakes in Dallas is working to teach science and math to populations that have been educationally underserved in the past. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37DfpND

U.S. border policies force Venezuelan teen into Mexico alone, separated from her father

An immigration judge allowed a Venezuelan father fleeing political repression to enter the U.S., but not his teen daughter. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37EzenJ

Man convicted of killing Florida woman at Costa Rica Airbnb sentenced to 16 years

"The family & friends are devastated by the news and they will need some time. This has been a long exhausting year and to end up here is heartbreaking all over again," a Facebook post from Carla Stefaniak's family said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2vKlZVc

Coronavirus updates: Americans quarantined on cruise ship return to U.S

As U.S. evacuated its nationals from the quarantined cruise ship in Japan Sunday, the death toll from the coronavirus outbreak continued to rise. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39ICT5j

Native American tribe says Pentagon failed to consult on border wall construction

The Tohono O'odham Nation in Arizona is asking for "government-to-government" consultation after barrier construction has disrupted sacred sites. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2SSe3ZR

Bolton book remains stuck in White House classification review

An adviser to John Bolton says the delay is "more about suppressing" the former national security adviser's book than concerns over classified information. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2vDtr4D

Cities weigh free public transit amid rising costs

Progressive lawmakers across the U.S. say mobility is a human right and want their residents to be able to freely move around their cities, no matter their income. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2uKEaKx

Country music radio has ignored women for years — and we have the data to prove it

Naturally, the declining presence of women on country radio has evolved into a sustained, industry-wide gap. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2P3uMZ7

Jeff Bezos commits $10 billion to combat climate change

"Climate change is the biggest threat to our planet," Amazon's CEO said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HzkGek

Ex-boyfriend arrested after sex therapist Amie Harwick falls from balcony

Gareth Pursehouse, 41, was arrested on a murder charge Saturday, police said. Harwick is a former fiancée of comedian Drew Carey. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2SAveAp

Vandals painted Plymouth Rock with red graffiti

"Seeing this type of disrespect for the historic reminders of the Mayflower story is both sad and unsettling," an official said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2u76OFf

Missing Milwaukee woman, two daughters found dead in garage

Amarah Banks, 26, Zaniya Ivery, 5, and Camaria Banks, 4, were discovered after the arrest of Banks' boyfriend, Arzel J. Ivery, in Memphis, Tennessee, authorities said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/320OMRB

Speed and trash talk: Inside the 'new chess culture' and its online revival

Grandmasters and upstarts are reinventing the game online, becoming its most visible ambassadors and arguably its first entertainers. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2uSHm6J

Jameela Jamil Munchausen theories are reckless — even if you hate Jameela Jamil

The outspoken actress may be an imperfect protagonist, but it's incredibly reckless to claim without context or expertise that another person's illness is invalid. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37FbRdv

LGBTQ Tennesseans are 'saddened,' 'disappointed' by new adoption law

While champions of the law say it’s about religious freedom, opponents say it makes the state’s gay residents “second-class citizens.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39FCYqq

South Asian eateries in U.S. distinguishing cuisine from 'Indian food' umbrella

Bangladeshi, Nepalese, Sri Lankan and other South Asian restaurants say it's time to be recognized for their own flavors and cultures. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37CK5i2

Best Presidents Day mattress sales 2020

The best Presidents Day mattress deals from Walmart, Casper, Sleep Number, Tempur-Pedic, Mattress Firm and more. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HtZiaz

Apple says coronavirus will keep it from meeting revenue expectations

The company said its manufacturing sites in China are ramping up more slowly than anticipated and the supply of iPhones is constrained. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2P4dOtH

Man cleaning gun fatally shoots best friend in apparent accident

The Midwest City, Oklahoma, police chief said "all evidence indicates the shooting was not intentional — an unfortunate, tragic event while mishandling a loaded firearm." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2SA7dct

Indiana professor is suspended for calling police on student who wouldn't switch seats

"This decision is in the best interest of Dr. Borna and the University," Ball State University said in a statement. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2P47KRQ

Over 26,000 vote early in Nevada caucuses

The Nevada Democratic Party announced Monday that more than 26,000 residents in the Silver State participated in the first two days of early voting ahead of the Saturday caucuses. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HtZhU3

New Mexico woman who was pregnant with third child still missing three years later

Elizabeth Brooks Hernandez, 29, was last seen by her boyfriend, Miguel Martinez, who told police he dropped her off at a welfare office in Albuquerque, New Mexico on November 16, 2017. Police suspect foul play, but no arrests have been made. The Albuquerque Police Department is investigating. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2SR9HSW

Meal prep tips for people who hate it

Yeah, you hate to meal prep, but think of it as a favor for your future self ... as in you later tonight. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38BUaNt

Candidates battle in ad spending race ahead of Nevada caucuses

Ahead of Saturday’s Nevada caucuses, Democratic candidates are in an ad spending race throughout the state until the February 22 contest. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2SUFUsq

Rain to drench East Coast as Great Lakes region gets snow

More rain could fall over already saturated areas in Mississippi and the Ohio River Valley, leading to continued flooding concerns for millions as rivers rise. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38FkrdC

South Asian eateries in U.S. distinguishing cuisine from 'Indian food' umbrella

Bangladeshi, Nepalese, Sri Lankan and other South Asian restaurants say it's time to be recognized for their own flavors and cultures. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37CK5i2

A Texas jury found him guilty of murder. A computer algorithm proved his innocence.

Lydell Grant was supposed to be in prison for murder. But an emerging form of DNA technology, which has also come under scrutiny, is helping to free him in an unprecedented case. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2SvuiNF

Coronavirus updates: Americans begin evacuation from cruise ship quarantined in Japan

As China confirmed the coronavirus death toll has risen, U.S. began evacuating American nationals from quarantined cruise ship in Japan. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UUAoZo

A powerful Ukrainian is playing both sides of Giuliani's Ukraine project

Ukraine official Arsen Avakov communicated with Guiliani pal Lev Parnas but also warned Marie Yovanovitch that Giuliani wanted her ousted as U.S. ambassador. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Pf4IdV

Hope Hicks' return highlights the dangers of the Trump-Fox News revolving door

Bad things happen when the president and his propaganda apparatus merge. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38JM8SV

'Housing is not the end': Former homeless struggle to adapt

“There needs to be continued support,” one woman said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OWmFNR

Country singer Daniel Lee Martin found dead after police attempt to serve warrants

Officials were attempting to serve active warrants issued out of Tennessee for multiple counts, including three counts of sexual exploitation on a minor. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2SBftJz

Stuntwoman, husband die in shootout after allegedly trying to ambush her ex

An Ohio man who fatally shot his ex-wife, Hollywood stuntwoman Cheryl Sanders, says she and her current husband ambushed him and his current wife. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37zWIdu

6-year-old girl was committed to mental health facility without parent consent

The mother said her daughter can tell her "bits and pieces" of what happened: "'Mommy, they locked the door. They wouldn't let me out. Mommy, they gave me a shot.'" from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2SVPaga

As sea levels rise, Venice fights to stay above the waterline

A 17-year project to build underwater floodgates in the city has been mired in delays and corruption. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2vAurqa

Caroline Flack of 'Love Island UK' dies at 40

"Everybody at Love Island and ITV are shocked and saddened by this desperately sad news," the show said in a tweet. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UWGl8o

Changing clocks is bad for your health, but which time to choose?

Which is better, summer hours or standard time? from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2SNaG6F

This creamy Tuscan chicken dinner is the cure for the Sunday blues

Feel a little droopy? This colorful and creamy chicken and pasta dish is the perfect pick-me-up. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/322eeWA

MLB commissioner defends penalties in Astros' sign-stealing scheme

The team was hit with fines, suspensions and other penalties, but no player was disciplined. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2vB46rU

History not forgotten: Colorado students, teacher rebuild WWII prison camp

Thanks to their efforts, Amache, which opened in the fall of 1942 a mile outside Granada, Colorado, is now being considered as a new national park. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HwhWP6

Outcry that Seattle teachers were fired for being gay, Catholic school says they resigned

A county councilman claims the two teachers were forced out of their positions at Kennedy Catholic High School "solely because they are gay." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2vzJdxf

Disney's 'Queen of Katwe' actor Nikita Pearl Waligwa dies at 15

Waligwa had been diagnosed with a brain tumor in 2016 and seemed to recover a year later. However, in 2019, another tumor was found. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39EwF6n

Kellyanne Conway says Trump 'works hand in glove' with Barr

The top White House aide's remarks come amid blowback over the Justice Department backtracking on its sentencing recommendation for Roger Stone. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2SydPs0

Elton John cuts show short, announces he has 'walking pneumonia'

"I was diagnosed with walking pneumonia earlier today, but I was determined to give you the best show humanly possible," John wrote on Instagram. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HqG1qu

Man who left puppy to drown in cage sentenced to 1 year for animal cruelty

The 36-year-old New Jersey man left the puppy in a cage along the rising tide of Sandy Hook Bay after a fight with his ex-girlfriend. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/31YAHUC

J.J. Watt posts photos of wedding with soccer star Kealia Ohai

The Houston Texans defensive end shared a series of photos from their Bahamas wedding with the caption, "Best day of my life. Without question." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37r3dzq

Rocket attack strikes near U.S. Embassy in Iraq

The incident remains under investigation, a U.S. military official told NBC News. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2vB1rOW

Bernie Sanders hits a voter ceiling

Skeptics will note that Sanders was likely hurt by the large field of candidates in Iowa and New Hampshire that gave the vote more places to go. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39FALv2

A better way to make grilled cheese

Cookbook author Elizabeth Karmel mashed up the best grilled cheese sandwiches of her youth to come up with the ultimate recipe. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37ytRq6

Biden calls on Sanders to take accountability for supporters' threats

The message comes after the powerful Culinary Workers Union said supporters of the Vermont senator had “viciously attacked” its members. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37xCv86

14-year-old boy charged with murder in stabbing death of Barnard College student Tessa Majors

Majors, 18, was at Morningside Park in New York City on Dec. 11 when three teenagers tried to rob her. She was stabbed repeatedly during a struggle. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wm5u1Z

Caroline Flack of 'Love Island UK' dies at 40

"Everybody at Love Island and ITV are shocked and saddened by this desperately sad news," the show said in a tweet. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UPXRuW

'Sex and the City' actress Lynn Cohen has died at age 86

Cohen is best known for her role as Magda on the popular TV series and movies. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38vLrMT

Ask before you recline, Delta CEO says after seat-punching video

The Delta chief's comments come after a viral video of an American Airlines passenger repeatedly punching the seat of a woman in front of him after she reclined. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/31ZcMEC

Teen who killed mom and 6-year-old brother is on the run, police say

A massive search is underway for a 17-year-old who allegedly murdered his mother and younger brother and injured his father on Valentine's Day, police said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UUxbJj

Cute videos, but little evidence: Police say Amazon Ring isn't much of a crime fighter

Hundreds of police departments have signed agreements with Ring to gain access to footage filmed on home surveillance cameras from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2tXC49s

Fire and knives in preschool? A push to let kids learn outdoors ignites debate over safety

Schools that let small children learn in the woods are trying to join the mainstream — but to do so, they might have to leave the knives and fire behind. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2PcQKJx

'On the brink': Trump's push for Medicaid transparency could worsen rural hospital crisis

Small rural hospital administrators are concerned that if the changes go through, they may have to close, one expert said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HtRaH6

Black college swimmer on team trip had gun pointed at head by police

Jaylan Butler of Eastern Illinois University said officers threatened to blow his head off before it became clear they mistook him for a suspect. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37xclma

How love for an endangered animal inspired a new wave of coronavirus racism

Dialogues about the new coronavirus should not allow the important topic of wildlife conservation to provide a smokescreen for prejudice. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UUtlQE

Woman posed as photographer to steal newborn, police say

During the suspect's visits to the victim's home, she was seen taking selfies with the baby and wiping her fingerprints from items she touched. On the third visit, she drugged the mom, police say. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2vCXIjI

Amanda Bynes announces she's engaged to the 'love of my life'

Bynes' engagement news comes after years of ups and downs for the former child star. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37s53jr

12-year-old girl abducted from hospital by armed grandmother, police say

The 66-year-old grandmother struck a security guard with a minivan she was driving before making an escape with her granddaughter. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38zSZ0Q

DNC announces debate qualification threshold for South Carolina

Candidates will need to win one delegate in the first three states or poll above 10 percent to make the South Carolina debate state. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HtR8Pg

Mississippi braces for 'historic, unprecedented' flooding around its capital

More than 2,400 homes and other structures in and near Jackson could either be inundated or isolated by rising waters. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UUx949

3rd teen cross-country runner dies after driver plows into team

A day after his adult son was killed in a car crash, Max Leroy Townsend drove across two lanes of traffic and onto a sidewalk, hitting seven members of a school cross-country team. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Sw8cuw

Playwright who lost mom to plastic surgery malpractice explores impossible beauty standards

Features like a high nose bridge were highly valued when Vietnam was under French colonial rule. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2SwihHV

6-year-old girl was committed to mental health facility without parent consent

Bill de Blasio endorses Bernie Sanders in presidential bid

New York City Mayor, and former presidential candidate, Bill de Blasio endorsed Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders in his presidential bid on Friday. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2StOrUk

Chefs José Andrés, Andrew Zimmern on immigration and food in 'What's Eating America'

"Immigrants, migrants, documented and undocumented people touch every plate of food," said Zimmern, host of the new show. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38xMiMO

'Holding me hostage': Tensions high for Americans on quarantined cruise ship

“They’re absolutely holding me hostage and treating me like a prisoner when I did nothing wrong,” Karey Maniscalco told NBC News. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wcYBQn

Woman posed as photographer to steal newborn, police say

Suspected killing of 6-year-old girl 'linked' to dead man nearby, police say

Evidence taken from a trash can before it was carted away helped police find the body of Faye Swetlik, who went missing after school Monday, police said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2StJ8UY

Eco-friendly way to stop mosquitoes

An innovative -- and inexpensive -- technique targets mosquito larvae where they live. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2vAAKtw

Is that Harriet Tubman on a bank debit card, throwing a Wakanda salute?

A new debit card by the largest black-owned bank in the U.S. drew criticism and expressions of disbelief for its image of the famed abolitionist making a gesture similar to one in "Black Panther." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2vCBFJX

Molecular switch mechanism explains how mutations shorten biological clocks

A new study of molecular interactions central to the functioning of biological clocks explains how certain mutations can shorten clock timing, making some people extreme 'morning larks' because their internal clocks operate on a 20-hour cycle instead of being synchronized with the 24-hour cycle of day and night. Researchers found that the same molecular switch mechanism affected by these mutations is at work in animals ranging from fruit flies to people. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2OYfgOm

Federal court strikes down Trump administration's Medicaid work requirements

The court ruled the White House had acted unlawfully and that Health Secretary Alex Azar's approval of the program, known as Arkansas Works, was "arbitrary and capricious." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2vCBIW9

Preclinical study links human gene variant to THC reward in adolescent females

A common variation in a human gene that affects the brain's reward processing circuit increases vulnerability to the rewarding effects of the main psychoactive ingredient of cannabis in adolescent females, but not males, according to preclinical research. As adolescence represents a highly sensitive period of brain development with the highest risk for initiating cannabis use, these findings in mice have important implications for understanding the influence of genetics on cannabis dependence in humans. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2vAAJWu

LA County built its new voting machines from scratch. Will they be ready?

The county has been in a race against the clock to shore up vulnerabilities in its system ahead of California's Democratic primary. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bCqCBa

Trump's Secret Service hotel scam is corruption hiding in plain sight

A complete accounting of how much taxpayers have forked over to the Trump Organization since its CEO's election is as likely as a Trump pardon for Michael Cohen. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2USoAqM

Details emerge for Kobe Bryant memorial service in Los Angeles

Tickets go for between $24.02 to $224, honoring numbers worn by the Lakers great and his daughter. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Su08uf

A museum's narwhal tusk disappeared more than 40 years ago. The FBI wants your help to find it.

In the late 1800s, famed explorer Robert Edwin Peary returned from an Arctic excursion with a unique souvenir: the long, sword-like tusk of a narwhal. Then it went missing. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2vyPTf0

'Sonic's' CGI hedgehog has creepy human teeth. But that's not the worst part.

That someone important at Paramount Studios thought it would be a good idea to give Sonic human teeth is merely one aspect of how confused this film still is. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39AhHhJ

Protesting women's murders, activists splash Mexico's presidential palace red

The actions followed outrage over a young woman's murder and the publication of graphic photos of her mutilated corpse in newspapers. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2uCPgkI

Biden puts gun control front and center in new ads

Former Vice President Joe Biden released two ads on Friday focused on his work on gun safety issues as he kicks off a stretch of campaigning in Nevada. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/31VPZcF

N.J. police targeted black and Latino neighborhoods to fulfill ticket quotas, officers say

“The repercussions are still being felt,” an officer said about people who were targeted and now have warrants, suspensions and have lost jobs. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38woclF

Big tech talks to WHO about coronavirus misinformation

The meeting was organized by WHO and hosted at Facebook’s Menlo Park campus, a Facebook spokesperson confirmed to CNBC. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UQJzKw

Trump pushed U.S. and Iran 'close to the brink,' Iran's Zarif tells NBC News

Zarif also says Iran can't decipher the black box from a Ukraine plane shot down by Iran without help, but won't hand it over to the U.S. or others. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38oURtn

How to manage teen acne, according to dermatologists

These over-the-counter products can help prevent breakouts — and spot treat pimples when they pop up. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2uLwh7r

Black college swimmer on team trip had gun pointed at head by police

Jaylan Butler of Eastern Illinois University said officers threatened to blow his head off before it became clear they mistook him for a suspect. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38voclQ

'The Photograph' and 'triumph' of black love

“The story’s about expanding our notion of love, and showing that love between two dark-skinned black people, which we so rarely see,” Stanfield said. “It’s the triumph of that love.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bxoXNc

Rent the Runway introduces South Asian formal wear

Rent the Runway goes desi! Users can rent an anarkali suit or lehengas designed by fashion company Sani. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bG1v0g

Eco-friendly way to stop mosquitoes

An innovative -- and inexpensive -- technique targets mosquito larvae where they live. from Health & Medicine News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2vAAKtw

Molecular switch mechanism explains how mutations shorten biological clocks

A new study of molecular interactions central to the functioning of biological clocks explains how certain mutations can shorten clock timing, making some people extreme 'morning larks' because their internal clocks operate on a 20-hour cycle instead of being synchronized with the 24-hour cycle of day and night. Researchers found that the same molecular switch mechanism affected by these mutations is at work in animals ranging from fruit flies to people. from Health & Medicine News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2OYfgOm

Preclinical study links human gene variant to THC reward in adolescent females

A common variation in a human gene that affects the brain's reward processing circuit increases vulnerability to the rewarding effects of the main psychoactive ingredient of cannabis in adolescent females, but not males, according to preclinical research. As adolescence represents a highly sensitive period of brain development with the highest risk for initiating cannabis use, these findings in mice have important implications for understanding the influence of genetics on cannabis dependence in humans. from Health & Medicine News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2vAAJWu

Coronavirus: Big jump in new cases, deaths declared as diagnosis method tweaked

Another new 14,840 cases were reported in Hubei on Thursday, up from 2,015 new cases reported across mainland China a day earlier. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39zaO0k

'To All the Boys I Loved Before' sequel a reminder to never make rom-com sequels

Perhaps the series should have just stuck with the original “happily ever after,” after all. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37rPate

Wendy Williams slammed for saying 'gay men should stop wearing our skirts and heels'

Later in the broadcast, Williams said she stands by everything she says on her show. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38wTMQs

Missing 6-year-old girl in South Carolina found dead

Faye Swetlik's body was found near the remains of an unidentified man, and police are now treating her death as a homicide. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2vsTHOW

U.S. says Chinese telecom giant Huawei did business with Iran, North Korea

Prosecutors in Brooklyn, New York, alleged that Huawei set up a shell company in Iran so the subsidiary could purchase U.S. goods, technology and services in an effort to skirt sanctions. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HnDGMY

Star Houston Astros players apologize for sign-stealing scandal

"I am really sorry about the choices that were made by my team, by the organization and by me," Jose Altuve said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OTSnLX

Trump says John Kelly must 'keep his mouth shut' after ex-chief of staff said Vindman did the right thing

Trump said Kelly has a "military and legal obligation" to "keep his mouth shut." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2tWNavB

Hope Hicks, a former Trump aide, will return to the White House to work with Jared Kushner

"There is no one more devoted to implementing President Trump’s agenda than Hope Hicks," Jared Kushner said. "We are excited to have her back on the team." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2SLT8I3

U.S., Iran use Swiss as go-between to negotiate release of Americans held in Iran

Despite nearly going to war, the U.S. and Iran have kept a channel open to discuss the possible release of prisoners. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UPZ3P1

January was hottest in recorded history

The record highlights a worrisome trend as the planet continues to warm at an accelerated pace. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2vsoxay

Man who killed unarmed black man in parking lot dispute attacked in prison

Michael Drejka, 49, who is white, was sentenced to 20 years for the shooting death of Markeis McGlockton as the victim backed away. He was attacked in prison Tuesday. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OTSrvb

Meet James and Peter Hemings, America's first black celebrity chefs

"Peter Hemings was 24-years-old when his older brother, James, taught him how to cook in the French style he learned while serving Jefferson in Paris,” said Gayle Jessup White. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39ButNd

Star Houston Astros players apologize for sign-stealing scandal

"I am really sorry about the choices that were made by my team, by the organization and by me," Jose Altuve said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OTSnLX

Airline passenger films man punching her economy seat after she reclines

"Here’s a great jackhole! He was angry that I reclined my seat and punched it about 9 times — HARD," the passenger wrote on Twitter. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2w8GYkG

First footage of Robert Pattinson as Batman revealed

Director Matt Reeves revealed the first look at Robert Pattinson in costume for the upcoming "The Batman." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2HkFLZQ